What is the current water temperature in Mombasa?

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 27.68°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Mombasa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mombasa. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

81.8

°F

December 30, 20:20

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.8°F

Tomorrow:

82.0°F

Sunrise:

06:13

Sunset:

18:34

Day Length:

12 h. 21 min.

Mombasa in January

Minimum:

80.9°F

Average:

82.7°F

Maximum:

83.8°F

Sea water temperature in Mombasa today

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 81.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.8°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.9°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 80.9°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Mombasa

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	81.8°F	82.9°F	82.7°F
Jan 2	81.9°F	83.1°F	82.7°F
Jan 3	82.0°F	82.9°F	82.8°F
Jan 4	82.0°F	83.2°F	82.8°F
Jan 5	82.0°F	82.8°F	82.8°F
Jan 6	81.8°F	82.4°F	82.6°F
Dec 16	83.8°F	82.8°F	82.7°F
Dec 17	84.1°F	82.6°F	82.8°F
Dec 18	84.0°F	82.9°F	82.8°F
Dec 19	83.6°F	82.8°F	82.8°F
Dec 20	84.1°F	83.0°F	82.8°F
Dec 21	84.1°F	83.4°F	82.8°F
Dec 22	84.2°F	83.4°F	82.7°F
Dec 23	84.1°F	83.6°F	82.8°F
Dec 24	83.5°F	83.5°F	82.9°F
Dec 25	83.3°F	83.4°F	82.7°F
Dec 26	82.6°F	83.2°F	82.8°F
Dec 27	82.2°F	83.2°F	82.8°F
Dec 28	81.9°F	82.8°F	82.6°F
Dec 29	81.8°F	82.8°F	82.5°F
Dec 30	81.8°F	82.7°F	82.6°F
Dec 31	82.0°F	82.9°F	82.8°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Mombasa by month

In Mombasa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Mombasa was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 15, 2022, dipping to 76.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.4°F in Winter, 83.6°F in Spring, 79.1°F in Summer, and 80.1°F in Autumn.